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Planning your outdoor spaces #DigIn

2013-05-24T15:13:09Z

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Home Depot. All opinions and experiences are my own.

In my previous Home Depot posts, I wrote about my back patio and the few pieces of patio furniture I needed for summer entertaining and outdoor recreation and relaxing. Since you may be starting from scratch, I’m going to play a game of “let’s pretend” and forget that I have an amazing back patio. Instead, I’ll address my front porch, my front lawn, and my side yard – with some help from the Home Depot’s website – as I hope it’ll give you some ideas on what you can do at your home.

What’s your view?

In my post, Checking out the patio furniture on my trip to the Home Depot, I mentioned that I was thinking of ordering a Pawleys Island Deluxe Polyester Patio Rope Hammock for the side yard.

However, as you can see from the picture above, there’s a very nice flat area for a patio table and chairs like this one, though I believe the previous owner had a patio bistro set out there.

However, looking the other way, this section of the side yard overlooks the air conditioning units and the utility box – not attractive!

It’s not a view you can cover up with something like this metal pergola by Hampton Bay. Since repair people and utility workers need access, hiding it with a trellis wouldn’t work either, though a corner plant screen could work if you were clever about anchoring it into the ground.

However, a screen could end up blocking the light going into the house. What can you do but ignore it and look the other way into the woods, right? The lesson here is when choosing the right furniture for your patio, consider what you’ll be looking at, need access to, or even if you’ll be blocking your indoor view or light.

Working with what you have and in budget

In the front side yard, there’s a lovely flat area underneath a group of large trees. It’s so shady that nothing grows there, but weeds. (You know the ones my son is supposed to be pulling. Sigh.)

Even though there’s not a lot of privacy in the front, it would be a cute place for a gazebo, especially since you can kind of see the lake from that side of the house. (The neighbors call it a lake. It’s actually a large pond.) Several of the homes in the neighborhood have little gazebos in their front yards with a couple of patio chairs inside – very charming.

Unfortunately, gazebos go for several thousands of dollars, so maybe a pergola would be a better fit for your budget.

Enjoying your front porch

One of the reasons we bought our house was because we always wanted a front porch – and now we have a huge one. We bought the previous owner’s wicker set when we purchased the house, and it works for now even though it’s a bit run down and one of the chairs isn’t the same color as the others.

However, wouldn’t the Martha Stewart Living Charlottetown Seating Set Loveseat, Coffee Table and Lounge Chair be so much nicer?

And I’d love to have a patio swing and a rocking chair for this side of the front porch.

More inspiration from my home to yours

Finally, I have to say we lucked out when we bought this house since the original owner did such a fabulous job with the gardens and yard. For example, this bench under the Japanese maple is kind of charming in a run down way, though a new bench from Home Depot would be so much nicer.

And this arbor is amazing, even in winter when nothing is growing on it. At Home Depot, arbors like this one sell in the $150-300 range – a very affordable way to add something special to your yard.

As is, the outdoor areas at my house are pretty amazing though they can use a little sprucing up – new front porch patio furniture including a swing and rocking chair, a new hammock, and a few patio accessories and some lounge chairs on the back deck. Since Home Depot truly has the widest selection of patio umbrellas, cushions, pillows and gazebos to experience the outdoors in style and comfort at affordable prices both in the store and online, I’m sure you’ll find something that fits your needs and budget.

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Wordless Wednesday: Oysters at George’s Lowcountry Table #ww

2013-05-22T15:15:44Z

At George’s Lowcountry Table in Athens, Georgia, you can get two dozen oysters for $12 on Tuesday. I like my oysters raw, but they also chargrill them.

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Chocolate & Almond Freezer Pie {Win $100 of Lundberg products & a $100 VISA card} #RiceCakeDoubleTake #glutenfree

2013-05-24T16:06:53Z

I’ve been a fan of Lundberg Family Farms rice products for years. However, I’m embarrassed to admit I’ve never tried their rice cakes! That is until now when they challenged me and a few other bloggers to create unique recipes using their new rice cake flavors, Kettle Corn, Hemp-a-Licious and Sweet Chili, which they sent me along with a few jars of Justin’s Honey Almond Butter. (We’re also participating in a group giveaway of $100 of Lundberg and partner products and a $100 VISA gift card – see below!)

Why a freezer pie?

Since eating a rice cake shouldn’t be boring – especially with all the flavors that Lundberg makes – I thought I’d go a bit out of the box and make a summer time dessert with their Kettle Corn Rice Cakes. I often use leftover rice to make gluten free quiche crusts. Taking that method one step further, I decided to use the rice cakes to create a crust, like crushed graham crackers are used in freezer pies. Freezer pies? Indeed, since warm weather is the perfect time for freezer pies as they’re cool, require no baking, and very little stove top cooking. Plus, making one with the honey almond butter would be delicious! (My son, Nathan, agrees and gave my freezer pie two thumbs up!)

This freezer pie recipe also gave me the chance to use a couple of special kitchen gadgets that I love. First, I used a Beka Cookware Bain Marie to melt the chocolate instead of a double broiler. I love the bain marie since it’s almost impossible to burn anything and you don’t run the risk of getting water in your chocolate. Second, I used my Blendtec Blender’s Twister Jar to make most of this recipe, but you could use a food processor instead.

Finally, I tried to use as many organic ingredients in my freezer pie recipe as possible, since Lundberg Rice Cakes and many of the ingredients in the Justin’s almond butter are organic.

And did I mention that this dessert is totally gluten free?

Chocolate & Almond Freezer Pie

The combination of coconut milk and honey almond butter creates a freezer pie with the consistency of ice cream. However, between the almond butter and dark chocolate, this is NOT a light dessert. Serve each person a small piece along with some blueberries for a delicious summer treat.

Inspired by No Bake Almond Butter Pie from One Happy Table

Makes 10 to 12 servings

Ingredients for the Lundberg Rice Cake crust:

1 1/2 cups finely ground Lundberg Kettle Corn Rice Cakes
6 tablespoons organic vegan buttery spread, like Earth’s Best – at room temperature
1/3 cup organic sugar, like Wholesome Sweeteners Fair Trade Organic Sugar

For the chocolate coating and drizzle:

2 bars (7 ounces) Green & Black's Dark 85% Cocoa Content Organic Chocolate – melted
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Spectrum Naturals Organic All Vegetable Shortening

For the pie filling:

1 cup Justin’s Honey Almond Butter
1 can full-fat coconut milk, like Native Forest Organic Classic Coconut Milk
1/3 cup organic sugar, like Wholesome Sweeteners Fair Trade Organic Sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions:

To make the pie crust

Place rice cakes (about half a package) into a food processor and grind them into fine crumbs.
Add the vegan buttery spread and sugar and pulse until combined. Firmly and evenly press the mixture into a pie plate.
Break the chocolate into small pieces and combine with the shortening and melt. You can do this in a double boiler, in a bain marie, or carefully over low heat in a sauce pan in medium heat-proof bowl, stirring constantly.
Dip a pastry spoon into the melted chocolate and give the pie crust a thin coat by using the pastry brush to paint on the chocolate. Work quickly and try not to loosen the rice cake crust.
Chill the crust in the freezer for 15 minutes.

To make the pie filling

Place the almond butter, coconut milk, sugar, and salt into a large mixing bowl and using a hand mixer, beat until completely blended. If you have a Blendtec or similar blender, you can also combine the ingredients in the blender using the sauce setting.
Remove the pie crust from the refrigerator and pour the pie filling into the shell. Gently tap the pie plate on the counter to release any air bubbles.
Place the pie back into the freezer for 1 hour or until set.
Remove pie from freezer. Prepare the chocolate drizzle by remelting the remaining chocolate, if needed.
Take a spoon, dip into the melted chocolate, and drizzle chocolate over the pie in a decorative manner.
Place the pie back into the freezer for 30 more minutes.
Remove from freezer 15 minutes before serving. Slice carefully and enjoy!

Two ways to win with Lundberg!

Go to Lundberg’s Facebook page and check out their Rice Cake Double Take contest. To enter their contest, “like” Lundberg, click on the gallery and read how to enter your funny or yummy picture!

You can also enter my group Rafflecopter giveaway below to win $100 in Lundberg and partner products and a $100 VISA gift card!

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Loving my Conair Infiniti Pro Tourmaline Ceramic Flat Iron

2013-05-19T18:01:57Z

Ever since I moved to Georgia from Colorado a year ago I’ve been frustrated by my hair. Back in Colorado with its dry air and lack of humidity, I could air dry my hair and was happy how it looked. My hair dried straight with a bit of a messy (on purpose) wave on the ends as you can see in my this photo. All I would have to do it blow dry the bangs to fight against my natural cowlick.

Here in Georgia with its high humidity, this is how my hair dries – super wavy and really dorky. HATE IT!

I have to spend at least 30 minutes blow drying and styling my hair until it’s super dry. Then an hour later, it’s poufy and messy looking again. It’s so frustrating even though I use anti-frizz products on my hair and my stylist cuts it so it’ll blow dry straight. There have been times where I’ve paid to have a professional blow out before a big event just so my hair looks decent.

Luckily at SoFabCon I received a Infiniti Pro Tourmaline Ceramic Flat Iron [affiliate link] from Conair, one of the conference sponsors. While I was under no obligation to write a review, I had to share with you that I LOVE using the Infiniti Pro Tourmaline Ceramic Flat Iron. In fact, I can truly say it’s changed my life as it now makes getting ready and looking good such a breeze.

OK, maybe "life changing"is a bit of an exaggeration, but I do like that I can now wash my hair, put in my favorite styling cream, Garnier Fructis Style Curl Calm Down Anti-Frizz Cream [affiliate link], and then air dry it. Then I use some Garnier Fructis Haircare Weightless Leave-In Anti-Frizz Serum [affiliate link] and then use the Infiniti Pro to iron my hair straight so it looks good. Plus, it stays straight and fabulous looking until the next shampoo, even after sleeping on it. LOVE IT!

Here’s how my hair looks after using the Conair Infiniti Flat Iron:

So much better, right? I can go from wavy, messy, awful hair to polished straight, professional looking hair in about 15 minutes. The only thing I don’t use the Conair Infiniti Pro Tourmaline Ceramic Flat Iron on is my bangs. Since I want them to curl under slightly, I’m still using a blow dryer to style them with a rounded brush.

I especially like the Infiniti Flat Iron because it only takes 15 seconds to heat up. It features 30 different heat settings for various styles and has floating plates to straighten or flip hair. The auto-off feature keeps the flat iron safe if accidently left on, too. The Infiniti Flat Iron includes a .25 fl. oz. bonus pack for Argan Oil Fusion, which helps condition hair.

Finally, it’s super affordable at around $30. You can buy the Conair Infiniti Flat Iron on Amazon.com as well as Target, Walmart, and Kohl’s.

What do use on your hair to get the perfect style?

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Sip and Refresh with The Republic of Tea’s Large Pouch Iced Teas {freebie code} #tea #SipbySpip

2013-05-20T21:13:52Z

Just in time for warmer weather, May’s shipment from The Republic of Tea that I received to review as an Enlightenment TEAm blogger, featured four of their refreshing line of iced teas. What makes their iced tea stand out from the rest is The Republic of Tea’s new collection of Large Iced Tea Pouches! These premium, all-natural and certified gluten free iced tea bags are perfectly portioned for easy to steep, healthy tea to help you make the perfect iced tea pitcher every time. These innovative teas allow for safe steeping and, when done, can even be added to compost or soil to make gardens happy.

Here’s what I received this month:

GINGER PEACH BLACK ICED TEA – This fresh and flavorful black tea offers the lushness of a juicy peach seasoned with the tingle of spicy ginger.

HIBISCUS SANGRIA HERBAL ICED TEA – Inspired by traditional Spanish sangria, this delightful, caffeine-free herbal blend infuses tangy, premium Nigerian hibiscus flowers with a bounty of fruit.

LIMÓN BLACK ICED TEA – A Kosher-certified blend of fine black tea from three Rainforest Alliance Certified tea gardens creates a base with classic, full-bodied flavor. Black limón (dried lime from Guatemala) is added for a refreshingly tart, citrus accent.

WATERMELON MINT BLACK ICED TEA – This black tea captures the essence of summer with the natural, fresh sweetness of sun-ripened watermelon finished with a touch of cool peppermint. This one was my favorite and was especially yummy with Republic of Tea’s special Agave Nectar.

If you purchase one tin of The Republic of Tea’s new Large Iced Tea Pouches between Tuesday, May 21 and Tuesday, May 28 you will receive one complimentary bottle of agave nectar – the ideal all-natural iced tea sweetener (limit one per customer). Just use the promo code – #ICEDTEA6 – at checkout.

How to make iced tea

Read The Republic of Tea’s article on How To Make Iced Tea for brewing tips. Or watch this video!

Do you make iced tea from scratch during the summer months?

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Win Udi’s Gluten Free goodies at our Monday, May 20th summertime chat at noon EST #gfcommunity

2013-05-19T16:32:39Z

My kids have only two more days of school! So I’m already planning for day trips, summer camp, and family camping trips – what about you? Let’s chat about what you and your family is doing this summer on Monday, May 20th (that’s TOMORROW!) at noon HERE on the Udi’s Gluten Free Community site. (Or in the widget below.)

Udi’s Gluten Free Community Leaders Toni from Boulder Locavore, Sarah from Sarah Stanley Inspired, and I will be discussing summertime fun and food! We’ll be sharing some great gluten free dishes for all of summer's different outings from camping to potlucks to barbecues!

And we’re also giving away some terrific prizes from Udis’ Gluten Free that will be perfect for your summertime food plans including:

3 packs of hot dog buns
3 packs of classic hamburger buns
3 packs of whole grain hamburger buns
3 boxes of snicker doodle cookies
3 loaves of white sandwich bread
3 boxes of blueberry muffins

Hope to see you at the chat on Monday, May 20th HERE (or below) at noon EST/9 am PST!

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Checking out the patio furniture on my trip to the Home Depot #DigIn

2013-05-17T16:21:30Z

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Home Depot. All opinions and experiences are my own.

After evaluating our backyard patio space, I took a trip to my local Home Depot store for some design inspiration. Even though I love shopping online, sometimes it’s nice to see the items – especially big purchases like patio furniture – in real life. It helps to look at the patio cushion colors and fabrics as well as the materials of the patio furniture sets – wicker, cast iron, aluminum or teak.

I also like to drag the furniture around a bit to feel its weight and determine its size. Will it fit on my patio? Is it so heavy that it’ll tear up the wooden deck surface? Or is it something that needs to be placed in one area and left there?

If I purchase something at the store (or order it online for a store pickup) will it be something wimpy me can put into the back of my Subaru wagon? Will it take one trip or several trips? Or maybe I’ll need my husband and a few big guys from the UGA football team to load it into his truck and then carry it out to the deck? If it’s a lot of stuff and it’s heavy, maybe it’s worth getting it shipped to the house instead! (Keep in mind that Home Depot will ship patio furniture purchases over $399 free to your home.)

Getting a taste of what Home Depot has to offer

I saw a lot of patio furniture and accessories that I liked at my local Home Depot store such as:

Outdoor area rugs: So glad I saw this at the store, as I hadn’t thought of using outdoor rugs on my patio before. For example, outdoor rugs might be something to use underneath patio tables to make the chairs easier to slide over the wooden deck floor. It would also be nice to have a rug for the kids and dog to sit and play on. While they had a decent selection at my local Home Depot store, the area rug online selection is even better. Online, I like the Nourison Home & Garden Daisies Ivory 10 ft. x 13 ft. Indoor / Outdoor Area Rug as it has a bit of a vintage vibe. I also like the Shaw Living Beach Tangerine 7 ft. 10 in. x 10 ft. 6 in. Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug for it’s tropical beach vibe.

Hammocks: While they had a few inexpensive and attractive selections in the store, my husband and I talked about getting a more durable hammock that can endure Georgia’s frequent rains, heat, humidity, and dampness. I saw one string hammock online that might work, the Pawleys Island Deluxe Polyester Patio Rope Hammock. All the Pawleys Island hammocks have great reviews on the Home Depot website and I like that this model is humid weather resistant for longevity and can accommodate two people – either me and my husband, both kids, or a parent and child. At $179.99 it was a lot cheaper than some of the fancy ones we saw on sale at a street festival last year, too!

Wrought iron furniture: So glad to see that they had both types of wrought iron patio furniture I was looking for – the glider and the chaise lounge. Unfortunately, there were no floor models on display. But I was glad to see that the furniture is made in the U.S.A.! Even though wrought iron is heavy and has the potential of scratching up our wooden deck (thus the need for an outdoor patio area rug), it does go with what we have currently. Plus it’s very affordable since both pieces are $179 each.

Tiki torches: My husband has attached wooden tiki torches to the patio railing, but these bigger stand type torches are really cool, too. We fill the torches with citronella to keep the mosquitos away. Plus, they’re a lot of fun at night when it’s dark as they make you feel like you’re attending a luau in the jungle.

A video tour of my trip to Home Depot

I also saw some lovely patio furniture sets that I really liked like the Hampton Bay Fall River 7-pc Dining Set (the first picture up top). I’d probably choose this line if I was starting from scratch as I believe that metal patio furniture works best for where we live since furniture would be out year round and it would stand up to the constant rains and humidity. It would also be easy to clean off with our power washer and it goes with the color of our wooden deck.

However, I also loved the Martha Stewart Living Charlottetown Seating Set Loveseat, Coffee Table and Lounge Chair. If wicker went with our back patio, I’d pick this. (We have wicker furniture on our covered front porch.) Isn’t it great?! I love the colors of the patio cushions and pillows and the warmth and vintage feel of the wicker.

Here’s a quick video tour of all the other patio furniture and accessories I saw on my visit to Home Depot.

Home Depot truly has the widest selection of patio umbrellas, cushions, pillows and gazebos to experience the outdoors in style in comfort at affordable prices both in the store and online. Check ‘em out!

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Home Depot.

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Monsters University’s Got Milk!

2013-05-15T20:13:52Z

There’s a new movie theater being built near us and I can’t wait for it to open so I can enjoy some of the new summer releases like Monsters University. (Monsters Inc. is one of my favorite Pixar movies.) That’s why I had to share this fun “got milk?” movie tie in.

At Monsters University, it takes a lot to fuel a day of scaring and nothing scares up successful days more than a breakfast with milk. A glass of milk – with 8 grams of high-quality protein in each 8 oz serving – can help power your monster days!

You can connect with the Milk Mustache community for tips, tools and activities including tasty morning recipes for all the big and little “monsters” in your family. You can also connect with them on:

Facebook: /MilkMustache
Twitter: @MilkMustache
Instagram: @MilkMustache
Pinterest: /MyMilkMustache

And while you’re online, don’t forget to “like” Monsters University on Facebook and follow Disney/Pixar on Twitter for the latest news on the movie. Monsters University releases in theaters on June 21st!

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Wordless Wednesday: Dinner at Tom Douglas’s Palace Ballroom in Seattle #WindowsChampions #WW

2013-05-15T18:18:36Z

During the Windows Champions event in Seattle, we were treated to a wonderful dinner at the Palace Ballroom and entertained with a cooking demo (that was more of a cooking philosophy session) by restaurateur extraordinaire, Tom Douglas. Tom is a wonderful storyteller and inspirational as a man who passionate about good quality food and loves what he does for a living.

The evening’s menu included:

Caramelized Rapini & Fontina Grilled Cheese
Dahlia Bakery Breads
Carrot Handpie with Shaved Washington Asparagus Salad
Apple Wood Grilled Pork Loin with Shrimp Fried Barley and Green Onion Confit Sauce
Maple Éclair with Rhubarb Green Apple Sorbet

While Tom talked with us, patiently answered our questions, and got us a round of tequila(!) he casually mentioned that his famous coconut cream pies cost $40 because they’re amazing. To prove this, he had his staff go to his bakery to pick up a pie. It was as delicious as he claimed! So if you’re in Seattle, make sure to check out any of his establishments. I guarantee that you’ll love them as much as I did!

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Greens, Eggs & Ham Flatbread Pizza & Taste of Chicago Giveaway #FlatoutGood

2013-05-15T00:54:01Z

I’m always on the lookout for food products that make it easier to get dinner on the table, like premade pizza crusts. That’s why I was excited to come across Flatout Flatbread’s Thin Crust Flatbreads Artisan Pizza at Walmart. (Find the store nearest you that sells Flatout’s Thin Crust Flatbreads here.)

I’ve been a big fan of Flatout Flatbread’s other products and was sad to give them up when I went gluten free. However, with Flatout’s Thin Crust Flatbreads, I can use these for my family and save my much more expensive gluten free pizza crusts for me. I’m sure my family will find these a bit more delicious, too.

I especially like individually sized flatbread pizzas since you can custom make them with everyone’s favorite pizza toppings – perfect for picky kids or those with food sensitivities or allergies. Flatout’s Thin Crust Flatbreads also make great party appetizers – just cutting them up into smaller, bite sized pieces. Finally, Flatout’s Thin Crust Flatbreads can be used on the grill as well as the oven.

A Seattle and Dr. Seuss inspired pizza

When I was in Seattle, I had the most wonderful salad – a chopped sirloin patty served on romaine lettuce with a runny egg on top - at Von's GustroBistro. Marvelous!

I started brainstorming about doing something similar with a pizza – greens, eggs, and ham like the famous Dr. Seuss story, Green Eggs and Ham! Instead of ham, I decided to use diced prosciutto since it would be easy to evenly sprinkle it over the flatbread. For greens, I used a mix of arugula and spinach, but feel free to experiment and use your favorite lettuce greens. I also used Flatout’s Spicy Italian Thin Crust Flatbread. If it’s too spicy for you or your family, use Rustic White, Heritage Wheat, or Rosemary & Olive Oil instead.

Also, I should warn you there are hazards serving not fully cooked eggs to family and friends. If you have concerns, you can bake the egg until it’s cooked through. Or you can use slices of hard boiled eggs on your pizza instead. (Adjust cooking times accordingly to just melt cheese, cook greens, and warm egg slices.)

How to make Greens, Eggs & Ham Flatbread Pizza [VIDEO]

Greens, Egg & Ham Flatbread Pizza

Serves 1 to 2 people

Ingredients:

1 Spicy Italian Flatout Thin Crust Flatbread
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 cup diced prosciutto
1/2 cup shredded pizza cheese (I used a mix of parmesan, asiago, fontina, and mild provolone.)
1 cup mixed greens (I used spinach and arugula.)
2 eggs
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Using a pastry brush, brush on olive oil on one side of flatbread.
Place flatbread oil side up on to a baking sheet or pizza peel.
Evenly sprinkle prosciutto then shredded cheese on to flatbread.
Cover the flatbread with greens. Make two small “wells” in the greens on either end of the flatbread to hold the eggs.
Place in oven for 5 until cheese starts to melt. (If using a pizza peel, slide flatbread on to a pizza stone.)
Remove pizza from oven. Carefully crack eggs into your wells in the greens. Gently put the pizza back in the oven.
Continue baking for 13 minutes until the egg is cooked but still runny.
Carefully remove the flatbread pizza from oven and sprinkle just the egg with a little salt and pepper. Allow to rest for a minute or two.
Cut in half and serve. You can use pieces of crust to dip into the yolk. Or you can break the yolk and spread it over the surface of your pizza if you like.

Enter the Flatout Flatbread "Taste of Chicago" Giveaway!

Talking about pizza, Flatout Flatbread is giving away a trip for two to attend the Taste of Chicago July 10-14, 2013 – home of some of the best pizza in the country! Enter below:

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You can find more Flatout pizza recipes – enough for a full month – on the Flatout Flatbread’s Grilled Pizza Party on Facebook!

Check out these Flatout recipes from This Mama Cooks! On a Diet:

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